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 A screenshot of PhotoDraw 2000 version 2.0 running on Windows 95. | |
| Developer(s) | Microsoft |
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| Final release | v2.0
/ October 4, 1999 |
| Operating system | Microsoft Windows |
| Included with | Microsoft Office 2000 |
| Successor | Microsoft Expression Design |
| Type | Vector graphics editor |
| License | Proprietary |
| Website | office |
Microsoft PhotoDraw is a discontinued vector graphics and raster image editing software developed by Microsoft. It was released in 1999 as part of the Microsoft Office 2000 family of products and was specifically designed for creating and editing graphics, illustrations, and photo compositions.
PhotoDraw offered a range of features including image editing tools, drawing and painting capabilities, text manipulation, special effects, and the ability to work with layers. It also included templates and clip art to assist users in creating various types of designs, such as flyers, brochures, and web graphics.
Despite its initial popularity, Microsoft PhotoDraw did not receive significant updates or continued development. The last version released was PhotoDraw 2000, which came bundled with Microsoft Office 2000 Premium and was compatible with Windows 98 and later versions of Windows. Microsoft eventually discontinued PhotoDraw, and it is no longer actively supported or available for purchase.